QA Tech

Date:         April 2024

Job Title:   QA Laboratory Technician

Scope:       Report to Technical Service Manager

Responsibilities:

·         Perform routine laboratory tests on raw materials, intermediates and finished product in accordance with currently approved procedures.

·         Approve lots for shipment in the ERP software.

·         Prepare quality assurance computer sheets on the material produced, and log them in.

·         Provide evaluation support on competitor samples as time allows.

·         Maintain laboratory area in a safe and orderly manner.

·         Maintain adequate inventories of laboratory supplies and equipment.  Order laboratory materials for the control room.

·         Perform weekly checks on all lab instruments.

·         Calibrate or coordinate calibration of R&D equipment as assigned by Technical Service Manager.

·         Approve raw material suppliers.

·         Maintain ISO quality system requirements.

·         Maintain understanding of the quality policy and access to QMS documents.

·         Maintain finish lot samples for quality system retain program.

·         Provide QC and R&D testing support as required.

·         Train plant personnel on skills required to perform quality testing.

·         Use software such as Excel and WORD to perform job duties.

Educational Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent.  Bachelor’s degree in technology or engineering field desired, but not required.

Experience Required:

5 years+ experience in a laboratory setting.
Experience working in quality assurance is a plus.